Paleo Snacks from Author of Practical Paleo

When folks switch over to a Paleo/Primal lifestyle, one area that takes a little reframing is SNACKING. It makes sense, right? Snacks according to Paleo principles look and taste much different than those on a Standard American Diet (SAD).

In this post, I hope to inspire some different snack options for you and your family, as well as provide some super easy recipes you can use to make healthy snack options.

First, let's talk about snacks. Like I mentioned above, you have to get out of this mindset that Paleo snacks will look the same as the overly processed products you may have eaten previously. While there are some companies that make easy, grab-and-go Paleo-friendly options, I generally suggest eating fresh foods as much as possible. I prefer water-rich snacks because they keep me fuller for a longer period of time.

I also want to note that you don't HAVE to eat snacks. In fact, many people find they do not actually need the snacks when they eat well-balanced and well-rounded meals.

But if you are in need of snack ideas, here's a round-up to get you started:

A PEEK AT SOME OF MY SNACKS

Avocado + Lemon Juice + Sea Salt + Hot Sauce
Fresh Fruit
Snack Plate full of many favorites 😉

FRESH/HOMEMADE

Fruit (especially local, seasonal options)
Veggies (especially local, seasonal options)
Slices of Deli Meat (Brand I love: Fork in the Road Foods)
Plantain chips (can also find packaged)
Kale chips (can also find packaged)
Leftovers / Smaller portion of a meal
- Piece of quiche or frittata (for example: my Pesto and Pancetta Frittata)
- A chicken thigh (for example: the Smoky Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs from Practical Paleo)
- Meatballs (for example: my Asian Style Meatballs from The 21-Day Sugar Detox or Greek-Style Lamb Meatballs)